An introductory to sustainability metrics and the engineering tools of industrial ecology, most notably life cycle assessment (LCA). Case studies from various engineering disciplines will be explored. Students will undertake an open-ended LCA project related to their thesis research or improving the sustainability of UVA operations. Prerequisite: SEAS 4th-year or Grad standing.
Green Engineering and Sustainability
Host University
University of Virginia
Semester
Fall 2022
Course Number
CE 6030
Discipline
Civil, Environmental, and Infrastructure Engineering
Instructor
Lisa Peterson
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